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• program for infrastructure. ...their grants from the specialty dental clinic grant program, which is
• And so we're starting to see on other programs under CHFFA HR1 impacts. ...years of the program.
• We also oversee a bond financing program at CHFFA.
• The program is designed to complement, not duplicate, existing state and federal programs, targeting
• And that’s just the nature of the program.

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• million for the T's Green Line Transformation Program.
• So that's a very important development in the Chapter 90 program for them.
• So this new program, since 2021, has just been a huge, huge important program for those cities and towns
• Similar to what I've noted for the Chapter 90 program, as MassDOT receives more investment in these programs
• Similar to what I've noted for the Chapter 90 program, as MassDOT receives more investment in these programs

Summary: The Transportation Committee heard testimony on House Bill 4987, the Healey-Driscoll administration’s transportation bond bill financing long-term improvements to municipal roads and bridges. Administration officials said the bill would authorize more than $5 billion overall, including $1.2 billion for Chapter 90 over four years, $500 million for accelerated road and bridge repairs, $200 million for MBTA rail modernization and reliability, $200 million for transportation projects supporting housing development, $200 million for a new DCR parkway resilience and safety program, and reauthorizations for federal-aid highway projects, non-federal highway projects, municipal pavement, and Shared Streets and Spaces. They emphasized that the proposal is backed by Commonwealth Transportation Fund revenues, including registry fees, gas tax, and Fair Share surtax revenue, and said it would improve safety, reliability, housing production, and regional equity. Committee members asked about the four-year Chapter 90 authorization, the housing-related transportation funding, federal funding uncertainty, and how the MBTA money would support commuter rail electrification and regional rail. Administration witnesses said the multi-year structure would help municipalities plan and avoid more expensive deferred maintenance, that the housing funds would be flexible for infrastructure needs tied to development, and that the state is pursuing federal grants while relying on state-backed capital financing. They also described process improvements at MassDOT that have reduced project bid-to-notice timelines by 60% and said the rail modernization funds would support locomotive procurement, including battery-electric and Tier 4 diesel locomotives. The Massachusetts Municipal Association and local officials from Sherborn, Conway, and Yarmouth strongly supported the bill, saying the increased Chapter 90 funding and road-mile formula have made a major difference for small and rural communities and that four-year funding would improve predictability, project bundling, and cost savings. They cited local road, bridge, culvert, and gravel-road needs and urged favorable action. A Better City and MAPC also supported the bill but urged the committee to use it for broader transportation policy changes and new revenue tools, including possible reforms to TNC fees, regional pricing, and other funding mechanisms. The committee took no vote during the hearing and adjourned after testimony.

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• And there is a great program.
• And there is a great program.
• , and our school-age programs.
• , program type 2 family child care, and program type 3 center child care?
• to continue with the program.

Summary: The committee first approved the February 11, 2026 minutes and then received an update from the North Dakota Housing Finance Agency on the interagency council on homelessness and continuum of care funding. Testimony described rising homelessness tied to tight housing markets, low incomes, aging homelessness, barriers to rental assistance and public benefits, and limited shelter and case-management capacity. Members discussed the need for more affordable housing, continued one-time funding for the North Dakota Homeless Grant and Housing Incentive Fund, better coordination with Health and Human Services on economic assistance and human service zones, landlord engagement, recovery housing, and reentry housing. The committee also heard that federal continuum of care funding remains uncertain, with possible shifts away from permanent supportive housing and housing-first models; members asked for a future update on the impact if federal rules reduce the share available for permanent housing. The committee then took testimony on accessibility of government services for people who are blind or visually impaired. Paul Olson of North Dakota Vision Services School for the Blind described current screening and service delivery, including infant referrals, regional staff, short-term programs, and collaboration with vocational rehabilitation. He said the targeted screening system is working, recommended maintaining the current model, and noted ongoing challenges with staffing, public awareness, and accessible state websites and documents. Public testimony from a visually impaired resident and a deaf resident emphasized barriers such as CAPTCHAs, inaccessible PDFs, employment forms that screen out applicants based on driver’s license status, shortages of interpreters, and the need for video remote interpreting and video relay services, along with training for users and agencies. Finally, the committee heard a final report on the study of child care provider licensing from HHS Early Childhood Director Kay Larson. The report summarized provider input and committee discussion on simplifying North Dakota’s child care licensing structure, reducing administrative burden, and balancing that with health and safety standards. Key topics included licensing categories, child care assistance eligibility, food program sponsorship, staff qualifications, training requirements, ratios and group size, age bands, and preschool exemptions. The committee’s recommendations included streamlining to three provider types plus a preschool designation, revising ratio and age-band rules, and carrying forward certain preschool outdoor-space exemptions. Larson noted that any changes would require statutory changes, rulemaking, and a transition period before new licensing rules could take effect.

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• </c> the program. the program.
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• </c> assistance programs. assistance programs.

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• Block Grant Program and the Bridge Formula Program added by the IIJA has been especially helpful in
• The other programs certainly are the safety program that I mentioned in my testimony.
• One of the challenges, too, has been in the TAP program, the Transportation Alternatives Program, to
• Another program I'm especially proud of, the Clean School Bus Program, is also in jeopardy.
• program.

Keywords: Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act, IIJA, bipartisan infrastructure, funding flexibility, NEPA, environmental reviews, bureaucratic delays, federal funding, infrastructure investment

Summary: The committee meeting focused on the Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act, discussing the ongoing implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). Chairman Capito highlighted the bipartisan nature of the legislation and the necessity of refining existing provisions to ensure effective delivery of transportation projects. Notable emphasis was placed on the need for flexibility in funding to address inflation impacts and delays caused by bureaucratic hurdles, especially relating to environmental reviews under NEPA. Witnesses from state transportation agencies provided valuable insights into real-world challenges faced in project execution, ultimately underscoring the importance of continuous federal support for infrastructure development. The discussion also touched on the broader implications of federal funding freezes by the previous administration, which have reportedly hindered several ongoing and planned projects. This issue raised significant concern among committee members, who urged the need for reliable funding and the removal of unnecessary bureaucratic obstacles that could cause delays in project implementation. The meeting concluded with a commitment from the members to work collaboratively to overcome these challenges and ensure a smooth path forward for critical infrastructure investments.

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• Uh this is a competitive grant program at DEED to fund nonprofit vehicle programs offering affordable
• Getting to Work grant program.
• So, this is a great program.
• program, or is this separate?
• </c> our program. our program.

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• Within this section, we’ve got multiple programs. One is the marine biotoxin program.
• Within this section, we've got multiple programs. One is the marine biotoxin program.
• So when we're looking at programs and how we're implementing programs, we should be taking those changes
• But they've also continued to add additional layers to their program, like a transplant program.
• They've also continued to add additional layers to their program, like a transplant program, into their

Bills: SB5816, SB5971

Keywords: juice grapes, agriculture, commerce, state regulation, market access, green fertilizer, low-carbon, sustainability, incentive program, 904, all

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• As well, these cybersecurity programs are only minimally attached to alternative B.A. programs.
• This is a really good program. Is it a thoughtful? I think that that work program.
• My district community college already built the program, and they offer the program to everyone.
• But like today, even back then, programs... ...nursing program.
• Welcome. separate pilot programs.

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• The dislocated workers program was introduced to us in 2024, The dislocated workers program was introduced
• And then as the programs become more mature than there's more fully implemented, cost share programs
• Rule and Family Lands Protection program. John, you are recognized to Lands Protection program.
• So the ruling Family Lands Protection program is an agricultural Land Preservation program designed to
• under the program in just 2 years.

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• I think starting programs and ending programs over and over again is worse than never even having them
• Funeral program for someone who had passed away and became the local funeral program creator.
• welfare programs.
• Regarding our STEM CMA program is a year-long extensive program.
• in the program.

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• </c><01:18:23.679><c> this</c> program and this program and this program and this program and this program
• </c><01:40:18.719><c> then</c> program then the equity program then program then the equity program then
• assistance relative guardianship assistance program. program. program.
• . program. program.

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• as the program of last resort.
• benefits, and eligibility requirements of each of the programs, program infrastructure.
• So, as I mentioned, with these programs declining in enrollment, a number of programs have limited the
• as the program of last resort.
• with these programs declining in enrollment number of programs have limited the networks that provide

Summary: The hearing focused on the expected loss of health coverage in California due to H.R. 1 and related federal policy changes, and what that could mean for county indigent care programs. Members and the chair said the state expects large Medi-Cal and Covered California disenrollments, with concerns that counties will again become the safety net for uninsured residents. The committee also framed the hearing as a chance to assess whether current systems are ready and what policy or budget changes may be needed before the next budget cycle. The Legislative Analyst’s Office described county indigent care as a long-standing, county-run program of last resort with wide variation in eligibility and benefits, funded largely through realignment dollars that also support public health. LAO said enrollment in county indigent care fell sharply after the ACA, but could rise again, and estimated that 20% to 50% of newly uninsured people might seek county care. LAO and administration witnesses emphasized that data on county programs is fragmented, not centrally collected, and would need to be standardized before the Legislature could make major structural decisions. Administration officials said Medi-Cal disenrollment could reach more than 1 million members at full implementation, with additional losses possible because a new federal rule makes medical-frailty exemptions more restrictive. They also said Covered California enrollment is projected to decline, though state subsidies may soften the drop. Members pressed the administration on the lack of real-time data and whether statutory authority might be needed to require county reporting. Officials said a statewide, apples-to-apples data system would likely take years, though some existing HCAI and DHCS data could help in the meantime. County representatives from Santa Barbara, San Diego, and Tulare described the practical effects of the coverage losses and asked for state help. They said their indigent care systems are limited, often reactive, and far less comprehensive than Medi-Cal, with many patients likely to show up only after conditions worsen. Counties warned that they would need bridge funding, updated statutory authority, and more flexible realignment rules to rebuild capacity and serve newly uninsured residents. The California Health Care Foundation echoed that the problem is statewide and cannot be solved county by county alone.

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• Program, or CFAP.
• were on the federal program.
• this program.
• and the Commodity Supplemental Food Program, also known as CSFP or the Senior Food Program.
• Our staff do multiple programs. So the workload is also keeping the right programs. Graham.

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• This is a program where we.
• With just under $10 million, we recently launched a new program called the ZIP program, Zero Interest
• Development Program.
• program, our Destination Forward program, and our Clean and Beautiful program.
• : the Events Program, the Destination Forward Program, and Clean and Beautiful.

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• Stanley, as a sponsored research program, a sponsored program meaning external funding.
• As a sponsored research program, a sponsored program meaning external funding, these funds that were
• The Office of Research and Sponsored Programs at UALR reviewed the expenditures per program guidelines
• I mean, the program staff were administering the program per the guidelines that had been approved by
• The sponsored program reviews...

Summary: The committee first adopted prior minutes and then heard several standing committee audit reports. The executive committee report noted audit and special reports scheduled for the month, one outstanding committee-requested report, and a request to gather information on a possible special report for February. The city/county/local report covered delinquent private water and sewer audits, including reinstatement of turn-back funds for 17 entities, 59 of 64 delinquent 2023 entities filing reports, and action on the town of Daisy requiring repayment of misused street funds. The education report filed three higher education audit reports and deferred one Northwest Arkansas Community College report. The state agencies report filed four reports and deferred audits of the Department of Human Services and the Department of Parks, Heritage, and Tourism for more information on corrective actions. The committee then received a special audit review of the Charles W. Donaldson Scholars Academy at UA Little Rock. Auditors said the program received $10 million in desegregation funding and a $50,000 grant, awarded $1.87 million in scholarships to 379 students, and saw 116 students graduate. The review found many scholarship eligibility exceptions, including awards above the maximum and to students who did not meet GPA, enrollment-hour, or full-time requirements, and numerous disbursement documentation and authorization problems. Committee members sharply questioned the program’s oversight, the role of former staff, the use of funds for travel and cultural activities, and whether any improper spending should be referred for criminal review. UALR representatives said the program was overseen as a sponsored program, that some controls were later strengthened, and that Philander Smith only verified enrollment rather than eligibility. The committee voted to table the report until the next meeting and asked staff to gather the federal court order and additional information. Finally, the committee reviewed the annual report on matters referred to prosecutors and the Attorney General for 2024. Staff said 164 matters were referred, with 28 criminal charges filed, 39 still under review, 3 dismissed, 5 pending in court, and 96 not charged; convictions in 20 cases led to fines, restitution, audit costs, and some bond trust fund payments. Prosecutor representatives explained that many referrals do not become criminal cases because of intent, timing, or other legal limits, and said they generally seek restitution even when charges are not filed. Members asked for more standardized reporting, including whether restitution was recovered and why cases were not prosecuted, and discussed possible training and a checklist for future reports. The committee then voted to file the report and adjourned, with the next meeting set for February 12-13.

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• So the first program is limited in how much they can work, the second program is limited to how much
• Once you're in the program, you're in the program, and depending on which program you're in, you could
• That program is no longer available.
• In the return to work program, I wanted to highlight that the only program that requires return to work
• Program requirements.

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• The third program is the Capital Infrastructure Program, aiming to enhance the physical and digital security
• At this point, all the funds in this grant program have been awarded, so without renewal, this program
• program and the pharmacists, those are ongoing programs through 2028.
• For the HCBA program, it’s 25 days.
• Also on behalf of On Lok PACE program, the first PACE program in the nation, very proud.

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• at CDSS, a program of which we will be discussing today, and a program that is making a real difference
• There's a program called the My Two Aunties program.
• with apprenticeship programs.
• And child support is not just an enforcement program, but a poverty prevention program.
• And child support is not just an enforcement program, but a poverty prevention program.

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• </c> the programs they administer. the programs they administer.
• We have weatherization programs. We have mediation programs.
• </c> programs and funding now more than ever. programs and funding now more than ever.
• and other federal programs.
• The weatherization program is a Department of Energy program.

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Summary: A joint informational briefing of the House Committee on Labor and the Senate Committee on Labor and Technology was held on August 19, 2025, to hear testimony on the Office of Community Services’ proposed Community Services Block Grant state plan for federal fiscal years 2026 and 2027. Ray Domingo of OCS explained that the plan is intended to maintain federal CSBG funding and focuses on compliance monitoring, coordination among community action agencies and state agencies, and strengthening partnerships. He also reviewed the program structure, noting that Hawaii’s four CAAs serve low-income residents, that the state must pass through at least 90% of the grant to CAAs, and that Hawaii received about $3.8 million in FFY 2025, with allocations to HCAP, Hawaii County Economic Opportunity Council, Kauai Economic Opportunity, and Maui Economic Opportunity. He said statewide CAAs reported serving 40,980 individuals in FFY 2024. Representatives from each CAA testified in support of the plan and described how CSBG functions as flexible “glue” funding that supports overhead, fills gaps, and helps leverage other public and private resources. HCAP’s Robert Piper said the grant helps sustain its broad service network, including Head Start, job training, weatherization, shelter, food assistance, and energy programs, and emphasized its tripartite board structure and annual service to about 20,000 people. Hawaii County’s Chad Hosigal highlighted support for senior farmers market coupons, Meals on Wheels, and transportation services. Kauai Economic Opportunity’s Mabel Fujiuchi said the agency fully supports the plan and described CSBG as nucleus funding that helps support shelter, Meals on Wheels, weatherization, mediation, and other services, including assistance for homeless families and special needs items such as dentures and hearing aids. Maui Economic Opportunity’s Gay Sabonga described CSBG’s role in disaster response after the 2023 wildfires, including shelter transitions, document recovery, housing and utility assistance, bridge grants for small businesses, youth prevention programs, and employment services. Committee members asked about the stability of future federal funding, the frequency of federal assessments, and how satisfaction scores in the state plan were measured. OCS said federal funding information has been mixed and uncertain, that communication with federal partners has been limited and informal, and that the federal assessment website appears outdated; staff said assessments are done every two years. On the satisfaction metric, OCS said the score was 92 out of 100 and believed it reflected participant responses, though they offered to follow up with more detail. No votes or formal actions were taken at the informational briefing.

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• I don't think any of us would disagree that you have to streamline programs, you have to make programs
• Program, or CFAP.
• For farm safety net programs, it provides appropriations for many of the farm safety net programs that
• Program.
• . programs.

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